Décore with soul - Colour your world

DÉCOR WITH SOUL

COLOUR YOUR WORLD

Living more simply and authentically has become a driving force in interiors.

The Dulux Colour Forecast 2023 reflects this desire to bond with the environment, or communities and the people we love, with warming, earth-drawn neutrals, natural textures and uplifting hues.

The annual Dulux Colour Forecast is based on year-round research into the latest global and local trends that are predicted to influence Australian design and how we live.

The Dulux Colour Forecast 2023 – led by Dulux Colour and Communication Manager Andrea Lucena-Orr in conjunction with Dulux Colour Forecaster and Stylist Bree Leech – predicts the palettes we can expect to see in our homes in 2023 are predominantly warm and nurturing, with nature continuing to be a key driver of trends. Brighter hues continue, however, they are deeper than last year.

“Sustainability is beginning to feel more personal; we don’t just want to know that pieces are made in a way that’s gentle on the environment, but to understand the journey they have taken before arriving in our lives – for example, by choosing traceable fabrics or learning the maker’s story,” says Bree.

“It speaks of calm, comfort and an honest approach to living, and brings in many of the pastimes we experienced during lockdown, such as hiking, cooking, quilting and gardening. Muddied yellow-green has something of a nostalgic, countryhouse feel, cinnamon is grounding, whilst rich, purple-brown adds an indulgent and contemporary twist,” says Andrea. Simple, rustic furniture in timber, leather and rattan sits alongside stone flooring and bespoke, modern lighting made from recycled materials for a look that simultaneously speaks of the past, present and the future. “The Connect palette could look incredible in a cosy dining room or living area of a family home or a country weekender,” she says. Revive Filled with playful, uplifting brighter colours, such as rose pink, breezy blue, sunshine yellow, emerald, violet and burnt orange, the Dulux Revive palette is an instant mood-lifter – just what many of us need after the gruelling last couple of years.

To incorporate Dulux’s 2023 trend colours into your home, take inspiration from professional images to get ideas and build your confidence. See which palette you’re naturally drawn to and then look around your home to work out which areas could benefit from a colour lift.

For expert advice and know-how visit dulux.com.au

INTERIOR INSPIRATION

New Bohemian and Brutalism are themes in flooring and window styling.

Carpet Court. Styling: Heather Nette King. Everything old is new again – Brutalist design, made popular in the 1950s, is back, but with a luxury twist, according to Carpet Court trend forecasters. But while all the hallmarks of the classic mid-century architectural and design movement are there – an emphasis on concrete, clean lines and lashings of grey – today’s iteration is less stark and more luxurious, creating altogether more liveable spaces. “Overall, the effect is one of considered luxury – a home that makes a nod to the past, while including all the comfort, elegance and convenience we want in our living spaces today,” says Heather Nette King, interior stylist and Carpet Court Style Ambassador. Then there’s the ‘Local Boho’ look which is a soulful celebration of creativity, nostalgia and unpretentious home style – the very antithesis of harsh minimalism. Nette King describes it as “decorating your home to reflect your personal journey rather than following any prescriptive rules or decorating dos and don’ts.” “There’s colour, movement, and a celebration of handmade and vintage style. The focus is on authentic living, with farmhouse vibes in the kitchen and quality family time in the lounge. The bedroom is a dreamscape of relaxed colour, pattern and artful layering, and the home office feels like a creative studio,” she says. “The beauty of this look is that it suits just about any architectural style, from coastal and period homes to contemporary apartments. All you need to do is unleash your creative self and let the decorating vibes flow,” she says. For more about these styles and flooring and window treatment options to bring your vision to life, visit carpetcourt.com.au.